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From sporty to dapper to whimsical, Sewing For Boys: 24 Sewing Projects to Create a Handmade Wardrobe shows you how to create an entire handmade wardrobe for all types of boys, ages newborn to 8–years–old. The patterns span all seasons and include a selection of specialty items for playtime, art, and "on the go" accessories. You′ll get instruction and guidance on numerous techniques to add longevity to each pattern; not just for the boy who grows too quickly but also for his little brother or cousin to wear and cherish later.
In Sewing For Boys, moms, grandmothers, and other eager sewers will find a full collection of mix–and–match patterns to fully clothe their little men in style, all packaged with gorgeous photography and presented in the style of coveted Japanese pattern books. The garments and accessories you′ll sew are comfortable, durable, and completely unique. From a short sleeve raglan tee and suspender shorts to a just–like–dad flannel robe and slippers, you′ll find 24 sewing projects to keep your little guy dressed with style year–round.
- Unique focus on sewing for boys
- A variety of projects; something for all levels of sewing experience
- Tested, verified patterns, with relevant illustrated instructions created by the authors
Perfect for beginning to advanced seamstresses with a young boy in their lives, Sewing For Boys is a pattern collection you′ll to turn to time and again.
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In this innovative boys–only pattern book, you will find 24 projects—ranging from sporty to dapper—to create an entire handmade wardrobe little boys will love. The patterns span all seasons and include aselection of specialty items for playtime, art, and "on the go" accessories. You′ll get instruction and guidance on numerous techniques to add longevity to each pattern—not just for the boy who grows too quickly, but also for his little brother or cousin to wear and cherish later.
The garments and accessories featured are comfortable, durable, and completely unique. From a retro button–down shirt and suspender shorts to a just–like–dad robe, these 24 sewing projects will keep the young boys in your life dressed with style year–round.
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I am pleased to report the book is a good as I hoped it would be. It is packed with 24 projects including trousers, t-shirts, jumpers, jackets and even pyjamas as well as a few accessories like a car mat, pencil roll and a brick bag amongst others. The instructions are detailed and are supported by black & white diagrams and lovely photographs.
The best thing is there are 8 full size pattern sheets in the back! When you think that the book is currently selling for less than the price of just one of their patterns it is certainly amazing value for money too. If you have a son/grandson, or know a sewist friend who does this book would be a great buy.
Good points: patterns are included, good, clear instructions and information about different sizes. Also, some of the non-clothes items like a Lego carry bag and a play mat i might have a go at making.
Bad points: In the 24 designs, there was not very much to my taste. Elasticated trousers... a romper suit.. (I decided that there are already a lot of lovely rompers for boys out there that cost just a few pounds - making one would be too much money and effort really!) and a little suit of jacket and trousers, but the jacket doesn't have lapels and looks... homemade! Very charming for some, I am sure, but I wanted to find designs that wouldn't look like i'd just knocked them up on my machine at home and didn't have time/know-how to put lapels or other little details on.
Also, in the 24 projects, there are a couple of things that don't really merit being counted, such as a belt (a length of fabric with d shaped metal belt hooks) a patchwork blanket (squares of felt stitched together) and a drawstring bag. For PE perhaps?
I have down-rated this book mainly though because the clothes are not to my taste; if boxy, very homemade and ill fitting clothes appeal to you, then you may like it.
The authors are so encouraging as well and really quick to reply if you contact them with any questions. There is also a sew along going on at the moment on the Boyohboyohboycrafts blog. I certainly plan to make most of the items in this book.
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